Sexual abuse is a topic that no one likes to think much about. It elicits feelings of pain, fear, and even anger. And yet in our world today, we cannot turn a blind eye to it. We’ve all read the headlines about traffickers, teacher scandals, and child pornography, and while it’s not necessary to be […]

We’ve likely all heard how important it is to have a strong relationship and open communication with our kids. Studies show that teenagers who are close to their parents are less likely to engage in risky behavior, have higher grades, and typically fare better than those who feel emotionally distant from their families. But exactly […]

Teen suicide is a tragic topic that seems to be everywhere these days. From shows like “13 Reasons Why” to stories we read about on the news about young men and women who’ve ended their lives, culturally we are faced with this alarming problem in a big way. On a local level, Utah has one […]

Heading back to school can be hard for everyone, parents and their kids. Particularly in the younger years, the transition can be drastic, and children and their moms and dads can struggle with making this change. For example, first graders, who are now in school the entire day and also have increased academic responsibilities, […]

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Clair Mellenthin, LCSW, RPT-S, Clinical Director at Wasatch Family Therapy; President of UAPT. As an experienced play therapist,and sought after presenter, she frequently appears on local and national media as an expert on child and family issues.